What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Engineer Generalist position at Illinois College of Optometry?

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ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY

Job Description

FACILITIES ENGINEER GENERALIST

LEVEL : Non-Exempt / Salary Range : $22.00 / hr. - $35.00 / hr.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP : Reports to the Senior Director of Physical Plant Operations / Chief Engineer

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and electrical repairs including installations
Ability to operate stationary and hand-power tools
Performs snow removal with hand and power snow removal equipment
Ability to lift and move 100 lb. weight
Ability to climb a 6-foot ladder and down the other side
Work within Federal / OSHA, State, and Local safety requirements
Monitor the Facility's email and respond as appropriate
The following is a comprehensive list of Department responsibilities that the position will either perform independently or assist with supervision :
Operation and maintenance of major HVAC equipment, ventilation / filtration systems
Operates building automation system
Troubleshoots pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric controls
Understanding of fire pumps and Fire Protection Systems
Maintains and understands the College campus, including grounds
Works with vendors and subcontractors
Interacts with various departments
Works with day porters and housekeeping regarding set-up of functions, employee / student requests, emergent issues of any kind
Other duties as assigned, which may include painting and emergency cleaning tasks

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High school diploma technical school training preferred

Experience in operating and maintaining building systems

Any licenses are a plus

Physical capability to perform all assignments

Familiar with building mechanical systems

Ability to operate scissors or boom (aerial) lift a plus

Must maintain OSHA maintenance standards

Ability to maintain and adequately inventory parts

Experience in analyzing electrical and mechanical equipment malfunctions and completing repairs to properly and safely return to service or appropriately escalate if a fix is not readily available

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot assigned tasks and responsibilities

Ability to interpret building and equipment schematics and drawings

Willing to work overtime, if needed

Willing to work holidays and weekends, if needed

Capable of meeting deadlines

Capable of dealing with emergency issues promptly

Effective communication skills

Must possess basic computer skills

Attendance must be in accordance with college policy

Must have a valid driver’s license

Required to carry a cell phone and be able to work 24-hour emergency call

Courteous and respectful demeanor, ability to work at all levels within the organization

The Illinois College of Optometry and the Illinois Eye Institute have no contract or implied contract with their employees concerning the terms and conditions of employment. The Illinois College of Optometry and the Illinois Eye Institute and its employees have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice. No officer or employee of the Illinois College of Optometry or Illinois Eye Institute has the authority to alter or amend this expressed policy except the President, who is authorized to modify or amend this expressed policy only in writing. The Faculty Handbook governs termination issues regarding faculty.

Salary : $22 - $35

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